The University is thrilled to announce promotions of distinguished
professionals, who have excelled in teaching, service and research at
the National University of Samoa in the last academic year.
“It is with a great sense of pride that we recognise academics who
are talented and passionate in their chosen fields, who bring prestige
to the work of the University,” said the Vice Chancellor, Aiono
Professor Ekeroma.

The following individuals have been promoted effective from the 1
July 2021.
Professor Penelope Schoeffel of the Centre of Samoan Studies has
been recognised for her academic leadership in developing
postgraduate programmes in development studies leading to
international accreditation and her tireless work in supervising PhD
students supported by international grants. She is also instrumental
in developing the Journal of Samoan Studies.
Associate Professor Tuifuisaa Patila Amosa, Dean of the Faculty of
Science, has been recognised for her regional research leadership in
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climate change and effective administrative leadership and service to
the University. She has led innovative programmes in the field of
science.

Other academics promoted to Senior Lecturership were: Dr Honiara
Salanoa in Communication, Diana Betham Scanlan in English and
Jyothi Abraham in Nursing.
“We have 13 staff members who are currently studying for PhDs
either overseas or at NUS which will provide us the depth of talent to
enhance the quality of our teaching and research programmes going
forward,” added the Vice Chancellor.

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